What are the responsibilities and job description for the QC Lab Technician position at Actalent?
Now Hiring for a Chemistry Lab Technician
Location: St. Cloud, MN
Pay: $23/hr
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated Chemistry Lab Technician to join our team for the night shift. This role involves performing a variety of quality control and laboratory functions, supporting the production and quality assurance processes to ensure food safety and product quality. The ideal candidate will have a mix of lab and floor responsibilities, offering a well-rounded experience in both microbiology and chemistry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform microbiological analysis of products, water, and environment to support Pre-Operation sanitation and HACCP program.
- Accurately collect samples for product testing, including energy drinks, sweetener samples, raw water, treated water, sanitation rinse water, and post sanitation swabbing.
- Conduct analytical testing on energy drinks, including CO2, air, volumes, crimp, torque, pH, brix, flavor, and any other required tests for both bottles and cans.
- Perform Titratable Acidity analysis of products.
- Conduct HPLC analysis of products for caffeine and preservative levels.
- Perform T.O.A. (Taste, Odor, Appearance) analysis of finished products.
- Ensure the accuracy of all measuring devices, including their calibration.
- Accurately record and document results from product analysis.
- Ensure batching sheets are filled out properly and within specifications before signing off.
- Review ingredient labels, specs, weights, and regulatory documents to validate the batching/recipe being made
Skills & Qualifications:
- BA/BS in a Scientific Discipline OR 2 years of experience in Food Quality or an AA or
- Verified data/documentation skills and communication skills.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Cold Spring,MN.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 17, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $23
